Ruse Radio

For episode 93 of Ruse Radio, I spoke with Nikmoody, an Italian-American rapper from Long Island, NY. Known for his powerful songwriting and contagious performances, his lyrical style is a breath of fresh air in the modern landscape. People like him are like food for the soul. 🧠 In this episode, we discuss our songwriting process, maintaining authenticity in art in the modern social media landsca...

Another enlightening installment of Ruse Radio! ✨️ In this one, we dive deep on the creative process on how to become aligned with oneself in order to produce your best work. 🎨 We also discuss topics like Zen Buddhism, the genius of creators like Kanye West and Andy Kaufman, the relationship between substance use and art, our early experiences with creativity, and much more! 💯 Our best and most...

Listen as Rocko Tesla and I go through the entire Kendrick Lamar/Drake beef play-by-play. Also, please bear with us as this podcast was recorded at 3 AM 😅 _______ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:54 - The Breakdown Begins 00:02:33 - Drake's Robbery Incident 00:05:37 - The Weeknd and Drake 00:10:52 - Drake Touring with ASAP Rocky and Kendrick 00:13:41 - Metro Boomin and Drake's Relationship 00:19:32 - Her Loss 0...

Shamothy is a hip-hop artist based out of Memphis, Tennessee. His style is truly unlike anything I've ever heard! It's like a blend of spoken word and new-school hip hop with an element of percussive rhythm. It's no surprise that Sham has a history in drumming; it bleeds into his flow. Check out our song, 'Contraceptive', now! 🔥 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/track/01Gq...

BillyTKO is a wrestling commentator on YouTube. 💻 In this episode, we discuss WWE moving to Netflix, what holds AEW back, who deserves to end Roman Reign's title reign, the evolution of performers like CM Punk and Cody Rhodes, Nic Nemeth's future in TNA, how the industry has changed, and so much more! 🔥 As always, thank you for watching. New episodes of Ruse Radio always coming soon. 💖

Trim Jeezus is a hip-hop artist with a gift for effortlessly blending confident braggadocious rhymes with quirky punchlines. In this conversation, we touch on how our differences are our ultimate similarity, why quality is more important than analytics, the importance of expressing your ideas, putting up roadblocks for yourself, capitalizing on your creativity, & so much more! As always, thank...

The legendary Jon Connor joins us in what is, without a doubt, the greatest episode of Ruse Radio to date. This was a fascinating, deep conversation that has resonated with me ever since it occurred. Jon is truly a visionary beyond explanation; one must see it to believe it. It's no wonder his music is leagues ahead of his counterparts. You can hear any of the numerous songs he dropped last year (...

Gene Grinman returns to Ruse Radio! This is the first time we've had a guest back so soon and for good reason. Gene's first appearance was beyond refreshing as he was the first guest to come on and discuss poetry and the beauty of words at length with me. The relationship words have with the world we've come to know is the most important thing in our lives. Reality exists beyond langua...

This was the most fun I've had doing a podcast in a long while! ☺ Jay has a genuine energy that is both courageous and contagious. One can't help but be themselves around someone like him. Make sure to check out his interview series 'Fli Talk Live' to see more of this! 💻 In this episode, we discuss conducting interviews, how Jay began the 'Fli Talk' series, learning NOT to...

Joey Cough returns to Ruse Radio! This episode is shorter than our previous outing but even more jam packed. This is the natural result of putting two creatives overflowing with ideas in front of a couple microphones. It's an inevitability. 😉 In this episode, we talk about what separates a successful artist from the rest, how comedy has changed in recent years, the magic of songwriting, one-h...

Ever since witnessing Gene recite his work live, it has been a goal of mine to feature him on the show! He is one of the few people I have met that has an intimate relationship with the English language like myself. His passion bleeds onto the page with each poem acting as another invitation for interpretation. Gene Grinman is a true artist. In this episode, we discuss our favorite poets, why we&#...

Shawny Neubecker is the creator and owner of TRU Heart Photo. Her ability to highlight the positive qualities of others is nothing short of a super power. We need more people like her in this world! It's the only way we escape the revolving door we're trapped within. It's up to us to break the cycle of hate. In this episode, we discuss the origins of TRU Heart Photo, how to break the c...

Kane Da Gr8 is a hip-hop artist from Flint, Michigan. You can watch his latest music video, 'Smooth Talkin', now! 🔥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/eLvNuVIXAsQ?si=v7DOPyJVYmys4HER In this episode, we discuss the MCU, Xbox VS. Playstation, our favorite shows, how we would fare in a zombie apocalypse, traveling, the difficulties of onstage performance, why Kane would rather be rich than famous...

Consider this a crossover episode! 🤣 You can catch Adam on Solid State Radio, where he hosts a show called 'Sessions'. Here, he plays local music on the station and promotes artists in a way that reminds me of someone I know quite well. 😉 In this episode, we talk about the behind-the-scenes of running a radio show, how to conduct an interview, how to infiltrate the industry you want to w...

Gozza is an MC/Producer/DJ extraordinaire producing raw hip-hop that would fit right into the soundscape of the 90s. His authentic throwback feel is one of a now forgotten time --- when DJ scratches were a staple and MCs were known purely for their lyricism. This is born of the artist's genuine love of the era. Rap just ain't what it used to be. 💯 In this episode, we talk about the state...

Vaughn Lambo is a hip-hop artist who's laid-back, life-loving personality breathes a breath of fresh air into the rap community. His latest project, 'Who Was King O Live?' is available now on all streaming platforms. 🔥 Which is more important: what you know OR your ability to express it? 🤔 In this conversation, Vaughn Lambo and I get to the bottom of this very question. It's alwa...

TJA is a rapper/singer/songwriter, high-energy performer, and an artist on a mission. The soul in his work is undeniable. With that being said, this is one of those episodes that was a blast to film. I have to thank TJA for having such positive energy and being an awesome dude all around. We've only met a few times throughout my life but, each time, he leaves a lasting impression. 🙏 In this e...

A day late and a dollar short, let's celebrate a belated 810 day 💖 Carlito 810 is a hip-hop artist and Flint native. He wears his love for the city on his sleeve because it made the man you see today. To me, this serves as a reminder to reflect on our own backgrounds and recognize what sculpted us. If you were a statue, it took the world to chisel your marble into something memorable. In this...

Anthony Summers is a photographer based in Flint, Michigan. His work can be found on Instagram at @alwaysanthonys. His stylistic, thoughtful approach is as respectable as it is breathtaking. It's abundantly apparent that Anthony is a natural at translating his creativity into the lens through seemingly uncompromised visions; the mark of a true artist. In this episode, we talk about what makes...

G-S Tha DreaM is an artist, producer, and dream manufacturer. His latest single, 'Sumn Different' is out now on all streaming platforms. 🔥 In this conversation, we discuss following your dreams, the stories we tell ourselves, nature VS. nurture, the luxury of complacency, how to make genuine art, & so much more. This was a particularly enlightening episode, if I do say so myself. Drea...

Tay Krick is an artist, author, and visionary. In this conversation, we discuss the framework of storytelling, Tay's first book, the exploration found in creativity, and so much more. 💯 As always, thank you for watching. New episodes of Ruse Radio debut weekly. 🙌

Jackman Raps is a hip-hop artist from Flint, Michigan. His latest release, 'Meditated', can be heard now on all streaming platforms! This is his fourth appearance on the show thanks to the magical chemistry found between Mr. Jackman & Ruse. 💪 Jackman observed that a problem with having a dream is that you are always living ahead of yourself. Any creative mind can relate to the idea of...

Zachary Scott is a vocalist in the metalcore group 'Life Right Now'. He's also making waves in the fitness community as a two-time NPC Men's Physique Masters qualifier and a certified personal trainer. If there's one thread that runs through all of his content, it's that a happy and strong mind and body feeds into a meaningful, fulfilling life. It's inspirational to hea...

With every episode of this show, it becomes more and more clear to me that life is inherently collaborative. Whoever enters the studio, it's the energy that they carry that determines how the next hour or two might go. We live through one another. My role models are those who have found a way out of the modern day thought loop. My respect is reserved for those who carry themselves in a way tha...

Jemmi Hazeman is the frontman of 'Jemmi Hazeman & The Honey Riders', a fresh coast indie-psych-pop outfit. His latest single, 'Ain't A Crime To Have No Hope', is available now on all streaming platforms (links below). Jemmi has a way of making thoughtful psychedelic indie pop/rock that I haven't quite heard anywhere else. It's almost like listening to mushrooms. 🍄...